Argyle Bracelet Tutorial

Enjoy making this "Argyle Bracelet" that features 2-hole RounDuo beads in a fun, quick, and easy design!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Argyle Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • RoundTrio beads (white teal lustre)
  • RounDuo beads (white green lustre)
  • Drops (Picasso transparent light smoky topaz, magic copper 11/0)
  • Seed beads (11/0 in magic copper, 15/0 in light daffodil ceylon, cranberry lined peridot av)
  • Clasp (Cut button in zinc iris)
  • Tools: flat nose pliers, size 10 needles, Wildfire thread (0.006, green)
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather RoundTrio, RounDuo beads, seed beads, drops, clasp, needles, and thread.
    Foundation Row: Start weaving with RounDuo and RoundTrio beads, alternating them and adding seed beads between.
    Adding Drops: Incorporate drops between RoundTrio beads, creating texture and depth.
    Argyle Pattern: Use 15/0 seed beads to create the distinctive argyle pattern across the bracelet by crossing threads through RoundTrio and RounDuo beads.
    Completing the Bracelet: Continue the pattern to the desired length, add clasps, and finish off the weaving securely.
    Final Touches: Reinforce the clasp area and trim excess thread.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
    • Thread Zap II
    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
    • Plastic Caliper Tool - White
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Beading Mat - Beading Design Mat
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Enjoy making this "Argyle Bracelet" that features 2-hole RounDuo beads in a fun, quick, and easy design!

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • RoundTrio beads (white teal lustre)
  • RounDuo beads (white green lustre)
  • Drops (Picasso transparent light smoky topaz, magic copper 11/0)
  • Seed beads (11/0 in magic copper, 15/0 in light daffodil ceylon, cranberry lined peridot av)
  • Clasp (Cut button in zinc iris)
  • Tools: flat nose pliers, size 10 needles, Wildfire thread (0.006, green)
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather RoundTrio, RounDuo beads, seed beads, drops, clasp, needles, and thread.
    Foundation Row: Start weaving with RounDuo and RoundTrio beads, alternating them and adding seed beads between.
    Adding Drops: Incorporate drops between RoundTrio beads, creating texture and depth.
    Argyle Pattern: Use 15/0 seed beads to create the distinctive argyle pattern across the bracelet by crossing threads through RoundTrio and RounDuo beads.
    Completing the Bracelet: Continue the pattern to the desired length, add clasps, and finish off the weaving securely.
    Final Touches: Reinforce the clasp area and trim excess thread.